Athena Research Corporation has focused on the sociological study of crime for over 30 years. Athena conducts research and trains both government and industry in crime prevention methods and security. Rosemary J. Erickson, Ph.D, a Forensic Sociologist and President of Athena Research Corporation, testifies nationwide for plaintiff or defense regarding foreseeability and security measures in high profile, high exposure premises liability civil cases, which result from criminal acts involving homicide, rape, or aggravated assault. Dr. Erickson has taught at both San Diego State University and American University.

Teenage Robbers, Why and How They Rob is a powerful and significant study of teenage armed robbers, conducted by one of the country’s leading experts on crime and violence. Dr. Rosemary J. Erickson, a forensic sociologist, led this investigation into why teenage robbers commit their crimes, how they do it, and what they look for. Download Report for Free